Have you seen this person?

What a perfect and loving reply you made to your patient; it acknowledged so much in a simple observation. I would like saying 'thank-you'' for such warm wisdom; I can't explain it exactly, but it was almost like you said it to me.

Who among us haven't asked the same question? Your answer was perfect for Mary. Thank you for sharing such a touching story. I am always hoping that I am able to say the "right thing" as it can make such a difference to the patient. You were definitely touched by an angel.

Thank you for sharing your story, Sweet Soul. I wish that I could write more but the tears are blocking my view.

Thank you so much for the story, I too have had such moments with "my people". I have often prayed for the wisdom to know the right thing to say when those times come. Remembering that just because this is a job for me, doesn't mean that this particular moment that they are experiencing is not extremely important to them. Was that clear? I feel like the reactions of the staff are too often lacking and that they should look beyond themselves to see how important their roles are in their residents lives. Sometimes our smallest actions have the biggest impact on them. This facility is often their last home and they should be treated with the respect that they deserve. They had lives, loved ones, and passions before coming to us- be good to them because it may be us one day.

that was beautifully written. Thank you for sharing.

So sweet, thank you for sharing.

jaelpn,What a wonderfully written acknowledgement of what happens to us in nursing. I hope you are writing professionally because that my friend was magnificent!Peace...

I love it. It does not force your reality on the patient but gives her some encouragement in love in her reality, if she can come out to claim it. SWEET!

Very well said! Truly heartwarming!